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What Restaurants Are at DFW? Complete Food Guide

Expert answer updated for 2026, with official sources and links to detailed guides.

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) offers 18+ dining options across 5 terminal areas, ranging from fast food and coffee shops to sit-down restaurants and bars.

Restaurants by Terminal

Terminal A

  • Whataburger
  • Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen
  • Sky Canyon
  • Starbucks

Terminal B

  • Salt Lick BBQ
  • Shinsei
  • La Madeleine
  • Jamba Juice

Terminal C

  • Pappasito's Cantina
  • Hickory Creek BBQ
  • Dunkin'

Terminal D (International)

  • Stampede 66
  • Love Shack
  • Twisted Root Burger Co.
  • Pinkberry

Terminal E

  • Dickey's Barbecue Pit
  • TGI Fridays
  • Einstein Bros Bagels

Tips for Eating at DFW

  • Eat before security if possible — pre-security options are often cheaper with more variety.
  • Bring your own food. Solid food is allowed through TSA security. Pack sandwiches, snacks, and fruit to save $15–30.
  • Bring an empty water bottle to fill at fountains past security — airport water costs $4–6.
  • Use mobile ordering where available to skip lines during busy periods.
  • Airport lounges include free food — if you have access, eat there instead. See our DFW lounge guide.

For the full restaurant directory, see our DFW dining guide.